Real Estate Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBerrien Center Road, Berrien Center, Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan, 49102, United States
The Real Estate Manager in South Bend, Indiana, serves as the strategic driver for Lamar Advertising's local portfolio. This role exists to profitably secure, maintain, and grow the company's real estate holdings of leased and owned properties. You will be the primary architect behind the purchase and procurement of real estate, enabling Lamar to expand its advertising footprint and drive business growth.
Your work blends high-level market analysis with hands-on negotiation. You will use independent judgment and research to determine which assets to add to the portfolio, monitoring competitor activity and zoning laws to identify growth opportunities. A significant portion of your time will be spent building and maintaining productive relationships with landowners, acting as the lead point of contact for negotiations and conflict resolution.
Beyond acquisition, you will manage the operational lifecycle of the portfolio. This includes tracking lease agreements, auditing data for accurate accounting, and coordinating due diligence for land purchases. You will also serve as the liaison between internal departments and landowners to ensure continued access to sign sites and resolve maintenance issues. Additionally, you will navigate government relations, securing necessary permits, variances, and approvals from local officials to keep the portfolio compliant and operational.
Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world, operating over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada. We are dedicated to helping local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences through billboards, digital networks, and unique formats like handpainted murals.
We live by the Golden Rule, operating with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. While we are a large organization, each office maintains a unique culture and family atmosphere, ensuring employees feel connected both locally and nationally. Lamar is committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and has been recognized as a certified "Great Place to Work," with 86% of employees agreeing that it is a great place to work.
We invest in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback. Our people-first culture ensures that every team member has opportunities for career advancement and ongoing professional development through internal leadership programs.
Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This tool compares your professional soft skills to the requirements for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test, but failing to complete it may result in disqualification from consideration.
Candidates with a disability who require an accommodation to fulfill application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com.
Lamar is an EEO/AA employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of work visas; only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered.
By submitting your application, you agree to receive email and SMS communications regarding job opportunities and career updates. You may opt out at any time by emailing recruiting@lamar.com or replying 'STOP' to text messages. Your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy.
Work model: On-site
Berrien Center Road, Berrien Center, Berrien Township, Berrien County, Michigan, 49102, United States
Berrien Township, Michigan
Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or another related field. 3-5 years of experience in land acquisition, zoning, and land use planning.
Lamar Advertising Company • Buchanan Township, Michigan
Lamar Advertising Company • Ontwa Township, Michigan
Pratum Companies • Washington, District of Columbia
Skills: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Adobe, Accounting, Zoning, Land Use Planning, Land Acquisition, Real Estate.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree required, but 7 years experience or equivalent combination accepted; Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or related field preferred.